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A First at Istanbul Gelisim University: Erasmus+ BIP Program Successfully Completed

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A First at Istanbul Gelisim University: Erasmus+ BIP Program Successfully Completed


Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) is organizing a Blended Intensive Program (BIP) for the first time within the scope of Erasmus+, taking an important step in line with its internationalization goals. A total of 32 students from Poland, Portugal, Romania, Bulgaria, Latvia and Lithuania participated in the program, which will be held from April 28 to May 2, 2025.


Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) is organizing a Blended Intensive Program (BIP) for the first time within the scope of Erasmus+, taking an important step in line with its internationalization goals. A total of 32 students from Poland, Portugal, Romania, Bulgaria, Latvia and Lithuania participated in the program, which will be held from April 28 to May 2, 2025.

The opening of the program was made with the speech of Alisa Usubova, International Exchange and Cooperation Coordinator of Istanbul Gelisim University and also the Administrative Coordinator of BIP. Usubova wished an efficient and unforgettable experience by informing the participants about the content of the program. Training Coordinator Asst. Prof. Şükran Kahveci conveyed her wishes of success to the students. The lecturer of the program, Asst. Prof. Sibel Zengin made a comprehensive presentation on weekly training content and project work.

In the afternoon, students visited IGU Technology Transfer Office (TTO), Technology Development Center (TEKMER) and Scientific Research Projects Coordination (BAP) units and had the opportunity to observe the university's work in the field of innovation and entrepreneurship on-site. The first day of the program was completed with teamwork.
 
Cultural experience: Traditional Turkish Cuisine and Istanbul tour

On the second day of the program, cultural experiences came to the fore. The day, which started with the"Turkish Cuisine Workshop" event, offered the participants the opportunity to get to know traditional Turkish cuisine closely. Students had the experience of preparing and tasting Kayseri Lubrication, one of the favorite dishes of Turkish cuisine, with their own hands. This colorful activity increased students' interest in Turkish culture.

In the cultural trip program to be held on April 30, students witnessed the history of Istanbul in the Basilica Cistern after visiting the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Project Office. The day ended with a Bosphorus tour where participants had the opportunity to watch the unique beauties of the city from the sea.

On May 2, the last day of the program, participants presented the projects they have developed for a week. At the closing ceremony held after the presentations, Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Necmettin Maraşlı, Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences Erasmus Coordinator Dr. Şükran Kahveci, and Dr. Sibel Zengin from the Department of Political Science and International Relations addressed the participants. At the end of the ceremony, Rector Prof. Dr. Bahri Şahin presented certificates to the team members who took part in the projects.

A strong step towards internationalization

Istanbul Gelisim University hosted the BIP organization and became one of the few universities in Turkey to organize this program. Welcoming students from different countries of Europe, IGU had the opportunity to introduce its strong infrastructure at both academic and cultural levels in the international arena. With this program, which aims to deepen cooperation with Europe and increase international student mobility , the university once again demonstrated its determination in the field of education and cultural diplomacy.

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A First at Istanbul Gelisim University: Erasmus+ BIP Program Successfully Completed

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) is organizing a Blended Intensive Program (BIP) for the first time within the scope of Erasmus+, taking an important step in line with its internationalization goals. A total of 32 students from Poland, Portugal, Romania, Bulgaria, Latvia and Lithuania participated in the program, which will be held from April 28 to May 2, 2025.

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